Newsletter 251: Nuremberg

Nuremberg

Nuremberg
The toy fair is being held at Germany during these days, and every year it gathers all leading manufacturers of plastic models worldwide: Revell, Tamiya, Aoshima, Belkits... and they all show up packed with new releases :D

We want to focus specially in what will surely be a superb product: the 1000L CRF Honda Africa Twin Enduro by Tamiya in 1/6 scale. Stunning, beautiful, with a chain to be assembled one link at a time, with a mind blowing parts break up... We want it now on our workbench!!!!!

While the fair continues at Nuremberg, take a walk through SpotModel, with fresh news all year round :)

Tamiya: Motorbike scale model kit 1/6 scale - Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin Enduro - metal parts, plastic parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions image

Tamiya: Motorbike scale model kit 1/6 scale - Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin Enduro - metal parts, plastic parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Tamiya Reference: TAM16042

Tamiya is back in the saddle with a new 1/6 scale model. For many years they didn't release anything on that scale, and we loved to see they are getting back at it. The parts list is infinite, including metal parts, separates wheel spokes, ... Fantastic!!!
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/12 scale - Ferrari 250 GTO NART Team #18 - Pedro Rodriguez - Daytona 3 Hours 1963 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, seatbelt fabric, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, other materials and assembly instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K566

Model Factory Hiro re-edited for a limited time this wonderful 1/12 scale model: rims come fully broken up, with each part individually chromed; the engine, cast in white metal, includes even fully operable pistons and connecting rods; tyres are rubber made, and the body is molded in perfectly injected white resin. An incredible scale kit that will certainly make history, just like this version did by winning the 3 hours of Daytona in 1963.
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Italeri: Van scale model kit 1/24 scale - Ford Transit Mk.2 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions image

Italeri: Van scale model kit 1/24 scale - Ford Transit Mk.2 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Italeri Reference: 3687

Beautiful reproduction of one of the most versatile Ford vans. The model includes decals with a decoration but why not letting your imagination fly and get far beyond?
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Scale Production: Rims 1/24 scale - Ronal Turbo 16 inches - metal parts, turned metal parts and water slide decals image

Scale Production: Rims 1/24 scale - Ronal Turbo 16 inches - metal parts, turned metal parts and water slide decals

Scale Production Reference: SPRF24083

Set of 4 rims measuring 18,2mm diameter by 10mm wide, including aluminum parts, polished metal parts and decals. It does NOT include tyres.
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Mr Hobby Gunze Sangyo: Airbrush - Procon boy LWA doble action 0.5mm

Mr Hobby Gunze Sangyo Reference: PS-266

Double action airbrush with 0.5mm nozzle for mid-high level modelers, in need of the finest control when applying paint on their models. Also includes connection hose and quick connector.
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Model Factory Hiro: Logotypes 1/12 scale - 1960's sponsors: Ferodo, Bosch, Girling, Cibie, STP, Champion, Firestone, Trico, Dunlop, Castrol, Gulf, Shell, ELF, Koni... - water slide decals image

Model Factory Hiro: Logotypes 1/12 scale - 1960's sponsors: Ferodo, Bosch, Girling, Cibie, STP, Champion, Firestone, Trico, Dunlop, Castrol, Gulf, Shell, ELF, Koni... - water slide decals

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-P1124

Extensive decal sheet with logos of the main sponsors during the 60s. Can be used in 1/12, 1/20 and 1/24 scale model kits.
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Porsche 917/20 Pink Pig #23 - Reinhold Joest + Willi Kauhsen - 24 Hours Le Mans 1971 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, seatbelt fabric, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, other materials and assembly instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K280

Time-limited re-edition of the Porsche 917/20 using the decoration known as the "Pink Pig". Inside the elegant box you will find the usual Model Factory Hiro quality and parts listing, with excellent and finely detailed resin, turned metal and white metal parts, water slide decals, etc...
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Zero Paints: Polish - The Brazilian Wax - Pure Carnauba Wax - Roxa edition for dark colours

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-6019

The ultimate wax for your dark colored model cars and bikes!!! Place a small amount of product on a piece of cotton or soft cloth and rub gently on the surface of your model. Let the product dry and rub again with a clean cotton to make the surface shine in all its glory. Package contains 30 grams of product.
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Komakai: Reference / walkaround book - BMW M3 E30 - DTM - for Arena Modelli reference ARE424, or Beemax Model Kits references B24007, Aoshima 098196, B24016, B24019 and BX24029, or Fujimi references FJ062624, FJ12287, FJ12572, FJ126746 and RS-17, or Nunu references PN24014, PN-24014, PN24017, PN-24017, PN24019 and PN-24019 image

Komakai: Reference / walkaround book - BMW M3 E30 - DTM - for Arena Modelli reference ARE424, or Beemax Model Kits references B24007, Aoshima 098196, B24016, B24019 and BX24029, or Fujimi references FJ062624, FJ12287, FJ12572, FJ126746 and RS-17, or Nunu references PN24014, PN-24014, PN24017, PN-24017, PN24019 and PN-24019

Komakai Reference: KOM-FG005

A new release by Komakai belonging to their "FAST Guide" series about the BMW M3 E30 racing the DTM in 1991. It is an A5 size book, including 34 full color pages with pictures taken at the actual car nowadays, digitally enhanced to capture even the smallest detail and conveniently sorted for quick reference. Definitely a very interesting guido to know the interior, brake system, dashboard and many other parts of the vehicle with great detail.
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Revell: Car scale model kit 1/25 scale - Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.0 - plastic parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Revell Reference: REV07058

Reissue of the classic Revell kit in 1/25 scale of one of the most iconic cars, the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.0
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Italeri: Tractor head scale model kit 1/24 scale - Man TGX XXL - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Italeri Reference: 3921

A version of Man TGX XXL belonging to the "Wolf Transport" company. What is the most impressive thing about this model? Its decals sheet, printed with offset technology (and all the love :)
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Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Metallic White - 1 x 60ml image

Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Metallic White - 1 x 60ml

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-1420

Metallic White tone paint with extra fine pigment, ready for airbrush use. It is supplied in 60ml bottles.
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Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Corvette C7R Racing Yellow - 1 x 60ml - for Revell references REV07036 and 80-7036 image

Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Corvette C7R Racing Yellow - 1 x 60ml - for Revell references REV07036 and 80-7036

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-1368

Bottle of 60ml prethinned and airbrush ready paint matching the yellow tone used in the Corvette C7.R
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Zero Paints: Paints set for airbrush - Tricolore Italian Flag - 3 x 30ml - for Tamiya references TAM14129 and TAM14132 image

Zero Paints: Paints set for airbrush - Tricolore Italian Flag - 3 x 30ml - for Tamiya references TAM14129 and TAM14132

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-4200

Set of 3 x 30ml paint bottles with each one of the Italian flag colors (white, green and red) used in all kind of decorations, such as the Ducati Panigale for instance.
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Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Blue Volkswagen Dove Tauben - Code: L31 - 1 x 60ml

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-1049-L31

Dove Tauben blue tone in 60ml bottle and ready for airbrush use. It is formulated to be used in Volkswagen, Porsche and Audi model cars.
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Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Lamborghini Viola Ophelia Pearl - Code: 0061 - 1 x 60ml image

Zero Paints: Paint for airbrush - Lamborghini Viola Ophelia Pearl - Code: 0061 - 1 x 60ml

Zero Paints Reference: ZP-1020-0061

Pearl tone employed by Lamborghini in several of their models, especially in the 90's.
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